Blacknose Shark [Carcharhinus acronotus]
Description
The Blacknose Shark is a sleek, fast-moving shark with a distinctive dark tip on its snout that stands out in clear water. Divers may spot it cruising along reefs or near rocky outcrops, often maintaining a calm, steady presence before turning smoothly to follow currents.
Where To See Blacknose Shark
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Elasmobranchs (Sharks, Rays, Skates)
Elasmobranchii
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| Order |
Requiem Sharks
Carcharhiniformes
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| Family |
Requiem Sharks
Carcharhinidae
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| Genus |
Carcharhinus
Carcharhinus
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